Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Exercise Science – Therapeutic Science
Jumpstart Your Career with a Degree in Exercise Science – Therapeutic Science
Do you want to invest in the future of medicine and change lives along the way? We want to help you meet that goal! Our B.S. in Exercise Science in Therapeutic Science degree provides the foundational courses, tools, and experience you will need to be successful in a medical profession.
This degree is designed as an alternative track to medical school. With this program, you can apply to physical therapy, occupational therapy, or chiropractor school. You could also pursue further education or careers as a dietician or prosthetist.
Why wait any longer? You want to pursue a career in the medical field that helps others, and we want to help you get there. Our exercise science program can propel you forward into a fulfilling career.
Pursue Your Degree with Confidence
- Our bachelor’s in exercise science is accredited by CAAHEP, the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Professions.
- Our professors have years of experience in a wide range of health and fitness fields.
- This degree can prepare you for the MS in Athletic Training at Liberty University.
- You’ll gain hands-on experience with required labs, a practicum, and an optional internship.
- Use top facilities including our Human Performance Lab, Motion Analysis Lab, Functional Assessment Labs, and Standardized Patient Assessment Labs.
What Will You Learn?
If you are interested in pursuing our therapeutic science specialization, you’ll take courses that will prepare you for medical school. These courses include:
- Clinical Musculoskeletal Anatomy
- Healthcare Evidenced-Based Research Analysis
- Musculoskeletal Injury Assessment
- Theory of Therapeutic Rehabilitation
Career Opportunities for Exercise Science – Therapeutic Science Graduates
- Athletic trainer*
- Chiropractor*
- Occupational therapist*
- Physician*
- Physician assistant*
- Physical therapist*
- Prosthetics specalist*
- Registered dietician*
*These careers require graduate-level education after completion of your bachelor’s degree.
Internship Opportunities and Facilities Available to Students in Our Exercise Science – Therapeutic Science Degree Program
- You are guaranteed hands-on experience with laboratory, practicum, and internship opportunities.
- Every professor has years of experience and has earned his or her doctorate in a related field.
- Our Human Performance Lab, Motion Analysis Lab, Functional Assessment Labs, and Standardized Patient Assessment Labs will ensure you are on the cutting edge of technology in your field.
Admission Requirements for Our Undergraduate Degree Programs
Every application is reviewed by the admission committee on a case-by-case basis, meaning there are no set minimums for acceptance. However, all applicants must submit the following documents* for admission:
- Admission application
- Official high school transcripts
- Official college transcripts (if applicable)
- Results from the CLT, SAT, or ACT are not required for admission, but may be used in consideration for merit-based aid.
- Admission essay
*Note that additional documentation may be requested by the admission committee after your application has been received.
The Exercise Science program has additional admission requirements to be admitted to the program. Request to Learnmore for more information.
Credit Hours
Available On Campus
Class Type
Residential
Transfer Credits
Transfer in up to 75% of the degree total
Next Start Date
Aug 19, 2024
Accreditation
CAAHEP
